Air conditioning install on a 1965 Impala SS Part 1. Classic Auto Air Kit

This is a video of me, just an average car guy, installing a A/C kit from Classic auto air in my 1965 Impala SS. I’m sure there are people who could do it much more efficiently, but it was my first time doing it, so I took my time. It came out nice, I am very happy with the results. Here in SC the summer heat and humidity is awful so a/c is a must. There are 6 parts to this video. Please like and subscribe for more great Impala videos.

[@rickhayes3482]

Currently installing my system. Your 6 part video is Awesome! Thanks

[@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY]

I’m glad to help

[@rickhayes3482]

@@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY One question I had is in the instructions nearing the end. It says to connect the water valve to the evaporator/ heater lower outlet @ the firewall. But both the picture from instructions and in your video, it's connected to the upper outlet.

[@dreamingcode]

Brother you are so right there are no detailed videos out there on installing AC. The ones I found tell you a little bit then the next scene the AC is already installed which isn't helpful. I really need to do one for my 69 Impala thank you so much! Glad I found your Channel

[@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY]

Glad to help

[@kasino9975]

Big thanks for making these videos. Definitely helped out

[@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY]

Glad to help

[@petefromhillcountry3268]

Thanks for making this series. I've ordered up the kit for my 66 Caprice, and will start the install next week when it gets here. I followed along with the instructions while watching your videos and it all makes good sense. Thanks again.

[@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY]

I’m really glad to hear this. These were the first videos I ever made.

[@marcelinosandoval7528]

Where can I purchase this AC kit for my 65 impala SS

[@jerrymoore421]

I love your 65 I had a 66 4 door I gave you a double like thanks for sharing

[@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY]

Thanks for that

[@vampyresama7176]

GREAT VIDEO!!! Lots of detail and explanation! Thank You for making these! It helps to see what someone else has already done!

[@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY]

I’m glad you like them. That was my intention to help other people. Please subscribe to my channel, I will be adding more videos all along of my impala progress and other car videos

[@vampyresama7176]

@@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY I've just bought A '65 Impala, rough and cancerous in all the normal places for A mid-'60's chevy. These videos of yours just make it feel like I really did make the right choice on this project! Thank You and keep up the great work! It truly is inspiring!

[@speedtriprr537]

Great video! Just purchased a 67 impala and will be doing this next year. Appreciate you taking the time to upload this.

[@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY]

Your very welcome

[@mistervacation23]

The Perfect day to start any job, tomorrow. Why there's nothing that can't be accomplished, tomorrow.

[@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY]

That’s right

[@mitchelllight4085]

Doing my first aftermarket AC kit on a customers 66 Impala SS with 427

[@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY]

Cool, I hope this helps.

[@emmaestep6154]

can’t wait to see what you come up with next!

[@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY]

cool

[@todddanielson5819]

Does your bottom control lever attach to anything. I acquired a 65 impala with Classic Auto Air - there are some issues with defroster. I'm confused by the instructions - sincerely appreciate any insight.

[@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY]

To get defrost on there is one little spot that the bottom lever has to be in to press the button on the box. It’s about an inch from the left. Please call Classic auto air . They have excellent customer service and will help you out better than I can explain. My videos show the entire install. There are 6 videos.

[@todddanielson5819]

Thank you!!! I bought this will Classic Air already installed and it doesn't work properly - there is no cable connected anywhere on the bottom lever. There are two cables. One cable is connected to the underside of the top lever - with the short switch wire connected to the top side of the top lever. The middle cable controls the temperature (hot or cold) - leaving nothing for the bottom lever. I will follow up with Classic Auto Air tomorrow.

[@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY]

@@todddanielson5819 I just looked, and the information you are looking for should be in part 2 of my installation video

[@RTemiya]

Hi, I have a 67 chevy Impala and I understand there’s a 2 year difference but I was wondering if the process of installing an ac would be the same

[@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY]

It would probably be very similar if not identical. The instructions they send with it will tell you step by step what to do.

[@skillzyt7872]

wouldnt the 67 chevy impala be almost the same process? im considering buying this

[@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY]

It would probably be almost the same

[@Rag65]

LOCATION?

[@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY]

Location of what?

[@Rag65]

@@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY You...state?

[@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY]

South Carolina

[@Rag65]

@@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY Awesome. Will be redoing the AC in my rag 65.

[@ImpalaCadillacRestoModDIY]

@@Rag65 it’s definitely a good thing to do